ARAD04: Art 4 (2014-2015)

Major Concepts/Content: The fundamentals of art will be presented in this Fourth Grade visual arts class. It is designed as the basic entry course for the art program. The course provides instruction in the use of the elements of line, Color texture, shape, and space arrangement in works of art. Students learn how to compose a balanced, rhythmic, unified design through a series of assignments that use a variety of two- and three-dimensional art media. Course emphasis is placed on basic techniques of drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, and sculpture that can be used throughout life for communication, expression, and enjoyment.

Major Instructional Activities: Instructional activities will provide experience with art materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in art education programs. Using different media, students will produce works of art that express a personal knowledge or attitude about an object, concept, or event; and works of art that reflect individual skills, interests, and understandings. Students will learn to identify works of art by evaluating the major style, culture, or historical period of the work. Visits to art galleries, studios, and museums will be included when feasible.

Major Evaluative Techniques: : Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the proper care and use of tools, materials, and equipment used in art. Student projects will be evaluated on originality, craftsmanship, effort, time utilization, and quality, taking into consideration the individual or students’ talent, experience, and/ or limitations.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the fundamentals of art course, students should be able to:

Create Works of Art

Begin to apply the elements and principles of design to all forms of art production.

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